FORMULA ROOM TECHNICIAN

Compass Healthcare; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Time Off

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring a Formula Room Technician for the University of Virginia Children's Hospital in Charlottesville, VA. The role trains in accurate and safe preparation of specialty formulas for hospitalized infants and children, coordinating with dietitians and nurses.

The position requires high school diploma or equivalent, healthcare certification preferred, and proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree, healthcare certification (MA, CNA, PCT, DTR, etc) or higher preferred.
• Prior experience in healthcare, nutrition, medical lab, or formula/milk room preferred.
• Experience with Excel and Word preferred.
• Must read, write, and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Accurate screening and identification of formula orders requiring preparation.
• Use of Excel to accurately prepare patient formula labels.
• Responsible for the preparation, labeling, storage and delivery of all prepared formulas for NICU and pediatric units.
• Demonstrate accurate and consistent measuring and mixing procedures using aseptic technique.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations and standards.
• Document clearly and accurately on all formula log sheets and temperature log sheets.
• Communicate with nursing staff and/or dietitians for daily order changes and feeding order clarification.
• Communicates with supply chain staff to ensure necessary inventory.
• Comply with federal, state, accrediting agencies and HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Effective communication

Math and problem solving

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or healthcare certification (MA, CNA, PCT, DTR, etc)

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

We are hiring immediately for a Formula Room Technician position.

• Location: University of Virginia Children's Hospital, Charlottesville, VA.
• Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: 11:30 am - 4:30 pm weekday + weekend shifts
• Salary Range: $18.50hr. - $25.00 hr

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients.

Job Summary

Become a Formula Technician and important member of our Nutrition Team at University of Virginia Children's Hospital in Charlottesville, VA. The Formula Tech position will be trained and skilled in accurate and safe preparation of specialty formulas for hospitalized infants and children. The formula tech will communicate with dietitians and nurses and supply chain members to carry out the job responsibilities. This is an important role in supporting the clinical team and preparing specialized nutrition for pediatric patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurate screening and identification of formula orders requiring preparation
• Use of excel to accurately prepare patient formula labels
• Responsible for the preparation, labeling, storage and delivery of all prepared formulas for the NICU and pediatric units.
• Demonstrate accurate and consistent measuring and mixing procedures using aseptic technique
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations and standards
• Document clearly and accurately on all formula log sheets and temperature log sheets
• Communicate with nursing staff and/or dietitians for assistance with daily order changes and feeding order clarification.
• Communicates with supply chain staff as needed to ensure necessary inventory to prepare formulas
• Compliance with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, accrediting agencies, as well as facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s degree, healthcare certification (MA, CNA, PCT, DTR, etc) or higher academic degree strongly preferred
• Preferred work experience: prior experience in healthcare, nutrition, medical lab, or formula/milk room preferred
• Experience with Excel and word preferred
• Effective communication and human relation skills
• Math, problem solving, and logic skills.
• Ability to perform physical demands of position (see below)
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently

Physical Demands

• Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance
• Regularly standing for extended periods of time

Associates At Morrison Healthcare Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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